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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Step into a world where past activities and memories fuel the current lifestyle and also generations to come in the most vibrant environment during your Guangzhou layover. Explore ancient history from Nanyue King Tomb, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Museum, Six Banyan Trees Temple and Chen Family Clan even get to know colonial history at Shamian Island and charming Sacred Heart Cathedral, enjoy shopping and night cruise on beautiful Pearl River. Put your worries aside and take this fabulous Guangzhou layover tour.
What's included
Lunch
Entrance ticket
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pearl River cruise ticekt
English speaking tour guide
Airport pickup and drop off
Bottled mineral water
Hotel
Gratuities
Breakfast and dinner
What to expect
Day 1: Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, Huacheng Square, Pearl River
Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
1h · Admission ticket included
After being picked up at the airport, begin your layover tour at the Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King and witness evidence of Guangzhou’s ancient past through relics discovered in the tomb of Nanyue ruler Zhao Mo, uncovered in 1983. Explore imperial seal, jade, bronzes, gold and silver ware, pottery, ceramic pillow etc and amaze at its unparalleled workmanship.
Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall
1h · Admission ticket included
Proceed to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall built in memory of the first president and founding father of the Republic of China.
Huacheng Square
1h
View some of the sights as you journey through Huangcheng Square marveling at modern structures like Canton Tower, Guangzhou Opera House and the Children’s Palace and stroll down this busy thoroughfare.
Pearl River
1h · Admission ticket included
Enjoy a bustling river scenery on the Pearl River cruise in addition to a large number of historical and cultural sites. Take in views of illuminated by night then be dropped off at your hotel for check-in.
Day 2: Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Shamian Island, Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, Chen Clan Academy
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees & Flower Pagoda (Liurong Temple)
50m · Admission ticket included
After hotel pickup in the morning by a private vehicle, your Guangzhou tour starts with a visit to an active Zen temple at the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, one of Guangzhou’s oldest surviving sites housing Buddhist relics brought into China from India.
Sacred Heart Cathedral
20m
Next, make a stop at the Notre Dame of East Asia at the Sacred Heart Cathedral also nicknamed as the Stone House remaining as the largest Gothic Revival Roman Catholic cathedral in China. Enjoy beautiful Gothic buildings and trace its history.
Shamian Island
1h
Proceed to Shamian Island and be part of fashionable cafes and boutiques in the middle of colonial mansions that have been beautifully restored.
Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street
1h
In the afternoon start off at Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street and admire its notable Lingnan architecture, Xiguan folk customs and delve into its commercial side for retail shops, buy some clothes and souvenirs for your friends or family.
Chen Clan Ancestral Hall
1h · Admission ticket included
Head to the Chen Clan Academy to learn about Cantonese life and have a glimpse into its art history. At last, be transferred to the airport for departure!
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Please apply for free visa after landing at airport. Your tour guide will wait and hold your name board at the arrival hall exit of the airport.
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
